Test Automation Architect (JavaScript / Python)

Join our Testing Competency Center as a Test Automation Architect and drive modern automation strategies with a strong focus on JavaScript or Python ecosystems. You will play a key role in shaping scalable automation solutions and integrating AI into the SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement end-to-end test automation architectures using JavaScript and Python
• Define automation strategies, including framework selection, tooling, and infrastructure setup
• Build and scale automation from scratch, ensuring maintainability and reusability
• Collaborate closely with Dev, DevOps, and QA teams to embed automation into CI/CD pipelines
• Drive improvements in test coverage, execution speed, and quality metrics
• Introduce and prototype AI-driven testing solutions (test generation, self-healing, quality insights)
• Contribute to presales activities: solution design, estimations, and technical proposals
• Mentor teams and establish best practices in test automation

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Test Automation
• Strong expertise in JavaScript (e.g., Playwright, Cypress) and/or Python (e.g., pytest, Robot Framework)
• Proven experience with building automation frameworks from scratch
• Solid understanding of CI/CD, DevOps practices, and modern SDLC
• Experience in integrating automation into cloud environments (AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Familiarity with AI-powered testing tools is a strong plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to improve inefficient QA processes
• Good communication skills, B2+ English

Nice to have

• Experience with performance or API testing
• Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience in presales or client-facing roles

We offer

We connect like-minded people:

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact 
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home 
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year 
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events 

We invest in your growth: 

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs 
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to EPAM's internal learning database
• Free English classes with certified teachers

We cover it all:

• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program 
• Medical & family care package   
• Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)   
• Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
• Discounts for fitness clubs and sports programs
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

Experience the freedom of remote work from anywhere in Kyrgyzstan, whether it's the comfort of your home or our modern office in Bishkek.

EPAM is global leader in AI transformation engineering and integrated consulting, serving Forbes Global 2000 companies and ambitious startups. With over thirty years of expertise in custom software, product and platform engineering, we empower our clients to become AI-Native enterprises, driving measurable value from innovation and digital investments.

Remote in Kyrgyzstan